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Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Adequate Storage for Agricultural Produce
More than 40,000 godowns with storage capacity of 725.7 Lakh MT assisted in the country in the last over two years
The Government is implementing Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure , a sub-scheme of Integrated Scheme for Agricultural Marketing  under which assistance is provided for construction/ renovation of godowns/ warehouses in the rural areas in the States to enhance the storage capacity for agriculture produce. Under the scheme, Government provides subsidy at the rate of 25% and 33.33% on capital cost of the project based on the category of eligible beneficiary. Assistance is available to Individuals, Farmers, Group of farmers/growers, Agri-preneurs, Registered Farmer Producer Organizations , Cooperatives, and state agencies etc. The scheme is demand driven.
Since 01.04.2001 and up to 30.06.2022, a total of 41,452 storage infrastructure projects , with storage capacity of 725.7 Lakh MT for beneficiaries including farmers have been assisted under AMI sub-scheme in the country.
Since 01.04.2001 to 30.06.2022, a total of 37 projects assisted with capacity created of 1.83 Lakh MT in the State of Jharkhand and 1599 projects assisted with capacity created of 31.43 Lakh MT in the State of Rajasthan.
Further, Government has approved a Central Sector Scheme of financing facility viz., Agriculture Infrastructure Fund  of Rs. 1,00,000 Crore to provide a medium-long term loan facility for investment in viable projects for post-harvest market infrastructure including warehousing facility and community farming assets through interest subvention and financial support. Under the scheme, a total number of 9516 applications for warehouse facilities have been sanctioned for a total amount of Rs. 7618 Cr which includes sanction of 14 warehouse facilities in the State of Jharkhand for an amount of Rs. 9.9 Cr. and 550 warehouse facilities in the State of Rajasthan for an amount of Rs. 371.8 Cr.
In the last three years, a total of 2314 projects have been assisted with capacity created of 64.32 Lakh MT under AMI scheme of ISAM.
This information was given by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal visits Majuli, Nemati Ghat; Meets family of Dr Bikramjit Baruah, who is missing after the accident
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush Shri Sarbananda Sonowal visited Majuli today in the aftermath of the tragic boat accident over river Brahmaputra that happened near the river island district on the 8th of September. The Minister interacted with local representatives and heard their views regarding the incident and expressed his deep condolences to the victims of the accident.
Speaking to the media on the occasion, the Minister stated that he will always stand with the people of Majuli and look after its development. He also said that Central and State Govt. agencies will work in tandem to dredge the river Brahmaputra so that Ro Pax vessels could travel between Majuli and Jorhat in the winter season.
Shri Sarbananda Sonowal undertook a boat inspection of the accident site and surrounding areas on river Brahmaputra near Nemati Ghat in Jorhat. The Minister directed officials to strictly adhere to safety norms for passengers travelling in ferries and boats and urged them to expedite operations to find two persons, who are missing after the accident.
The Minister also visited the residence of Dr Bikramjit Baruah who is missing since the accident. He spoke with his family members and assured them all support. Later, he met the injured persons who are being treated at the Jorhat Medical College & Hospital, and enquired about their health.
The Minister was accompanied by Assam Govt. Ministers Shri Chandra Mohan Patowary and Shri Bimal Bora, MPs Shri Pradan Baruah and Shri Kamakhya Prasad Tasa, senior officials and other dignitaries.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Prime Minister Addresses the Nation on International Day of Yoga
Yoga has become a global spirit, a mass movement: Prime Minister
“Yoga unites people from different nations in the same spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam which is also the guiding theme of India’s G20 presidency: ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’”
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya leads International Yoga Day Celebration with Mass Yoga Demonstration in AIIMS, New Delhi
Yoga has become India’s soft power: Dr Mandaviya
“Yoga helps calm the mind and energize the body. Whenever we talk about health and wellness, Yoga comes to our mind. It is a kind of preventive care as it builds immunity in the body”
“Post-COVID, people have become more aware of their health and wellness. Because of this, Yoga’s relevance and popularity has also increased substantially”
Thanks Prime Minister for Globalizing Yoga
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the nation on the occasion of International Yoga Day, via video message. He said, “Yoga has become a global spirit, a mass movement. It unites people from different nations in the same spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam which is also the guiding theme of India’s G20 presidency: ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’.”
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare marked the 9th International Yoga Day celebration by leading a mass yoga demonstration with hundreds of participants in AIIMS, New Delhi.
Addressing the event, the Union Health Minister said “Yoga is an ancient tradition of India but with time, its practice started to decline. Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi gave a huge impetus to Yoga and today there is no place in the world where yoga is not practiced. It has become India’s soft power.”
Highlighting the benefits of doing Yoga in everyday life, Dr Mandaviya said “Yoga helps calm the mind and energize the body. Whenever we talk about health and wellness, Yoga comes to our mind. It is a kind of preventive care as it builds immunity in the body.”
On the widespread acceptance of Yoga, the Union Health Minister stated that “post-COVID, people have become more aware of their health and wellness. Because of this, Yoga’s relevance and popularity has also increased substantially.”
Prior to the Yoga event, Dr Mandaviya also lent his support to the AIIMS Go Green Initiative by participating in a cycling ride.
Dr Mandaviya thanked the Hon’ble Prime Minister for globalizing Yoga and urged everyone to not only practice yoga but also encourage others to follow it.
The event can be watched here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z201HxCOA5Y
Shri Sudhansh Pant, Union Health Secretary; Shri Rajiv Manjhi, Joint Secretary, Health Ministry; Prof. M Srinivas, Director, AIIMS, New Delhi and senior officials from the Health Ministry, were present on the occasion.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to launch Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana at Ranchi, inauguratePakyong Airport in Sikkim
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will launch the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana  at Ranchi, Jharkhand, on September 23, 2018.Under this scheme, over 10 crore families will be provided health assurance worth Rs. 5 lakh each, every year.
The Prime Minister will visit an exhibition on the PMJAY. He will witness a demonstration of activities such as beneficiary identification, and e-card creation.
At the same event, the Prime Minister will lay the Foundation Stone for medical colleges at Chaibasa and Koderma. He will inaugurate 10 Health and Wellness Centres. He will address the gathering, before departing for Gangtok, Sikkim.
On September 24, the Prime Minister will inaugurate Pakyong Airport, which will bring the State of Sikkim on the country’s aviation map. The airport will provide a big boost to connectivity in the Himalayan State, and also give a fillip to tourism. The Prime Minister will arrive at Pakyong Airport, where he will be briefed about the airport and terminal building. He shall unveil a plaque to mark the inauguration of Pakyong Airport. He shall later address a gathering.
Ministry of Coal
Coal India Ltd. Launches New Software For Enhanced Assessment of Coal Resources
Coal India Ltd , under the Ministry of Coal has launched a new software named “Spectral Enhancement” , which will help in identifying thin coal seams under the earth crust and improve assessment of coal resources using seismic survey during coal exploration process.
The launch of SPE software assumes significance as the present seismic survey techniques for coal resource exploration have limitations in identifying the thin coal seams under the earth, which will now be possible as this new software helps in enhancing resolution of seismic signals leading to delineation of thinnest coal seams.
CIL’s research and development  arm Central Mine Planning and Design Institute  has developed this first of its kind software in association with Gujrat Energy Research and Management Institute  and the company will also file for its copyright protection.
This ‘Made in India’ software will also help to save time and cost of coal exploration and thus boost the mission of Atmanirbhar Bharat in coal production.
CIL CMD Shri Pramod Agrawal launched the software in the presence of the R&D Board of CIL comprising of senior directors and expert members from the reputed organizations and institutions.
CIL accounts for 80 per cent of India’s coal output.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the passing away of Professor C. S. Seshadri
(The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the passing away of Professor C. S. Seshadri.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "In the passing away of Professor C. S. Seshadri, we have lost an intellectual stalwart who did outstanding work in mathematics. His efforts, especially in algebraic geometry, will be remembered for generations. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."
President's Secretariat
PRESS COMMUNIQUE
The President of India has accepted the resignation of Shri Anil Baijal as Lt. Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi.
The President of India has been pleased to appoint Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena to be the Lt. Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi with effect from the date he assumes charge of his office.
Special Service and Features
Union Minister Parshottam Rupala to inaugurate 29 Mobile Veterinary Units
Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Shri Parshottam Rupala to inaugurate 29 Mobile Veterinary Units at Thiruvananthapuram tomorrow . The event is scheduled at 3 PM at Travancore International Convention Centre, Karyavattom Sports Hub. Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Shri V Muraleedharan will inaugurate Centralised Call Centre for livestock rearers / animal owners. State Minister for Animal Husbandry & Dairy Development Minister for Animal Husbandry Smt. J. Chinchu Rani will preside over the event.
These MVUs will be operated through a centralised call centre with a uniform Helpline No. 1962. It will receive calls from livestock rearers / animal owners and Veterinarian will prioritize all cases on the basis of emergency nature and will transmit them to the nearest MVU for attending at farmer’s doorstep.
Kerala is deploying 50 MVUs in different districts. Inauguration of MVUs is part of Centrally Sponsored Livestock Health and Disease Control  Scheme. The scheme provides financial assistance to States/UTs for delivery of veterinary healthcare services at farmer’s doorsteps by providing 1 MVU/ 1 lakh Livestock Population. MVUs will provide diagnosis treatment, vaccination, artificial insemination, minor surgical interventions, audio-visual aids and extension services to farmers / animal owners at their doorstep in far flung area.
In the current financial year, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying , MoFAHD has sanctioned 4332 MVUs across the country.
Dr. Shashi Tharoor MP, Shri Binoy Viswam MP, Shri. AA Rahim MP, Smt. PT Usha MP, Shri Katakampally Surendran MLA, District Panchayat President Adv. Suresh Kumar D among others will also attend the event.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the demise of Shri Naresh Chandra
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of former civil servant Shri Naresh Chandra.
“Shri Naresh Chandra was an outstanding public servant, who left an indelible mark on matters of governance and policy. Pained by his demise.
I remember an insightful discussion with Naresh Ji, who as USA ambassador invited me for dinner. He believed in strong India-USA friendship.” the Prime Minister said.
Special Service and Features
8000 Euros worth Rs 7.09 lakhs seized by Chennai Air Customs.
Based on intelligence one Syed Abdul Razak,32, of Tiruvallur who was destined for Dubai by Air India Express FlightIX1643was intercepted in security hold area after he had cleared immigration on suspicion of carrying foreign currency. On search of his handbag 4000 Euros in denomination of 50 were found concealed inside. Further, on his personal search one bundle wrapped with adhesive tape was recovered from rectum. On cut opening the bundle 4000 Euros in denomination of 100 were recovered. Total 8000 Euros equivalent to Rs.7.09 lakhs were recovered and seized under Customs Act read with Foreign Exchange Management  Regulations, 2015.
Further investigation is under process, according to a press release issued by the Commissioner of Customs Chennai International Airport.
Ministry of Education
Implementation of NEP in HEIs
On 13.04.2022, University Grants Commission  has issued ‘Guidelines for Pursuing Two Academic Programmes Simultaneously’. These guidelines are available at https://www.ugc.ac.in/pdfnews/5729348_Guidelines-for-pursuing-two-academic-programmes-simultaneously.pdf . UGC has requested the Higher Educational Institutions to implement these guidelines for the benefit of the students and to devise mechanisms through their statutory bodies for allowing students to pursue two academic programmes simultaneously.
The All India Council for Technical Education  has informed that International Institute of Information Technology , Hyderabad is an autonomous institute  and has autonomy to frame guidelines in this regard.
The information was given by the Minister of State for Education, Dr. Subhas Sarkar in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
PM urges women to enrol for Mahila Samman Saving Certificate
The Prime Minister has urged women to enrol for Mahila Samman Saving Certificate .
Retweeting a tweet by Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt Smriti Irani about enhancing financial inclusion & providing better returns to women through MSSC, the Prime Minister said:
“I also urge more women to enrol for MSSC. It offers many advantages for our Nari Shakti.”
Prime Minister's Office
PM to visit Kerala tomorrow on January 15, 2019
Kollam bypass on NH-66 to be inaugurated by PM
PM to visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi will visit Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala tomorrow on January 15, 2019.
In Kollam, Prime Minister will inaugurate Kollam bypass on NH-66. It is a 13 km long 2 lane bypass, with a project cost of Rs. 352 crore. It includes 3 major bridges over the Ashtamudi Lake, having a total length of 1540 metres. This project will reduce travel time between Alappuzha and Thiruvananthapuram, and will also decongest traffic in Kollam town.
In Thiruvananthapuram, PM Shri Narendra Modi will visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple . He is likely to unveil a plaque to mark the launch of some visitor facilities.
This will be the third official visit of the Prime Minister to Kollam. His first visit to the city was in December 2015, when he unveiled the statue of R. Sankar. Subsequently, the Prime Minister visited Kollam in April 2016, hours after the fire tragedy.
Special Service and Features
902 grams of Heroin worth 6.31 crore rupees seized by Chennai Air Customs
Based on intelligence, one female passenger named Irungu Mary Muthoni, Kenyan national who arrived from Sharjah by Air Arabia Flight no. G-9471 on 13.12.2022 was intercepted by the Custom officers. On examination of her in person, Heroin which was found concealed in her rectum, resulting in recovery of 902 grams of Heroin worth 6.31 crore rupees, which was seized under NDPS Act, 1985 read with Customs Act, 1962. The Passengers has been arrested.
Further investigation is under progress.
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Ministry of Power
NHPC SIGNS PROMOTERS AGREEMENT WITH GEDCOL FOR “DEVELOPMENT OF 500 MW FLOATING SOLAR PROJECTS
NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower company has signed Promoters Agreement with Green Energy Development Corporation of Odisha Ltd. , a leading State PSU in the renewable energy sector in Odisha on 04th January 2022 for “Development of 500 MW Floating Solar Projects on different water bodies in Odisha”. The agreement was signed by Shri A. K. Singh, CMD of NHPC and Shri Bishnupada Sethi, IAS, Chairman, OHPC & CMD, GEDCOL on 04.01.2022 in presence of Hon’ble Minister of State , Government of Odisha Sh. Dibya Shankar Mishra, Shri Biswajit Basu, Director , NHPC, Managing Director and Directors of OHPC, GRIDCO, CEO of GEDCOL and General Managers of NHPC. The Memorandum of Understanding  was earlier signed between NHPC and GEDCOL on 20.07.2020.
With signing of Promoters Agreement, NHPC and GEDCOL agree to jointly establish a Company for implementation of 500 MW Floating Solar Power Projects in Odisha and other such projects in subsequent periods as may be decided by the JVC from time to time as per GoI directions. The equity shareholding of NHPC and GEDCOL in the proposed Joint Venture Company shall be in the proportion of 74:26. The Company shall have, an Authorised Share Capital of Rs. 500 Crore  and the initial paid up Share Capital shall be Rs.10 Crore .
In the first stage 300 MW Floating Solar capacity will be installed in the reservoir of Rengali H.E. project. The project will be implemented under Ultra Mega Renewable Energy Power Park , Mode 8 of Solar Park Scheme. The first stage of the project will have an outlay exceeding Rs 2000 Crore and will generate about 600 MU of energy per year. It is first of its kind in Odisha and largest in the country so far. The project will help the State to meet its renewable energy generation target and purchase obligation besides creating investment and employment opportunities.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 Vaccination Update- Day 225
India’s Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage crosses 63 Cr landmark milestone
More than 65 lakh Vaccine Doses administered today till 7 pm
In a significant achievement, India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 63 Crore  landmark milestone as per the 7 pm provisional report today. More than 65 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered today, as per the 7 pm provisional report.Final reports would be completed for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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Healthcare workers
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Frontline workers
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People Aged 18-44 Years
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People Aged 45-59 Years
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People Aged ≥ 60 Years
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Total
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1st Dose
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10357294
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18318271
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241828873
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128846942
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86039971
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485391351
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2nd Dose
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8345437
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13050113
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25986564
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53073981
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44220183
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144676278
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 28thAugust, 2021 
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Healthcare workers
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Frontline workers
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People Aged 18-44 Years
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People Aged 45-59 Years
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People Aged ≥ 60 Years
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Total
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1st Dose
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308
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1841
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3093402
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688591
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294089
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4078231
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2nd Dose
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18903
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87265
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1275438
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730881
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349027
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2461514
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
19.88 lakh new workers enrolled under ESI Scheme in the month of July, 2023
9.40 Lakh young employees upto the age group of 25 years constitute new registrations
Around 27,870 new establishments registered under ESI Scheme in the month of July, 2023
Benefits of ESI Scheme extended to 52 transgender employees in July, 2023
The provisional payroll data of ESIC reveals that 19.88 lakh new employees have been added in the month of July, 2023.
Around 27,870 new establishments have been registered and brought under the social security umbrella of the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation in the month of July, 2023, thus ensuring more coverage.
Data evidently reveals that more jobs have been generated for the youth of the nation as out of the total 19.88 lakh employees added during the month, 9.54 lakh employees up to the age group of 25 years constitute the majority of new registrations which is 47.9 % of the total employees.
Gender-wise analysis of payroll data indicates that net enrolment of female members has been 3.82 lakh in July, 2023. The data shows that a total 52 transgender employees have also got registered under ESI Scheme in the month of July, 2023. It shows that ESIC is committed to deliver its benefits to every section of the society.
The payroll data is provisional since the data generation is a continuous exercise.
Ministry of Science & Technology
Science Congress highlights opportunities for women to overcome hurdles to pursue science
The 9th Women Science Congress  organised as part of the Indian Science Congress  at the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore showcased the achievements of women scientists and motivated young women to actively participate in science to identify and find simple solutions to a range of problems through Science and Technology.
Dr. Tessy Thomas, Director General, Aeronautical Systems, DRDO highlighted the remarkable contributions of renowned women scientists like Marie Curie, Kadambini Ganguly, Rajeshwari Chatterjee and Kiran Kiran Mazumdar Shaw and their participation in the overall development of the country through S&T.
She encouraged the young women to learn from the exemplary courage of eminent women scientists who had overcome several hurdles to contribute to science.
The event which was inaugurated at the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru on 5th January highlighted opportunities that can help women overcome the hurdles they face because of their gender in the pursuit of Science.
Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education & Director General, ICAR strongly emphasised that women need to be brought into the mainstream of national development.
He pointed out that girls should be inspired at the home, school and college levels. He mentioned about gender bias at home, which is a behavioural problem that needs to change. He asked to WSC to deliberate and delve deep on these issues and bring out recommendations.
Dr. Namita Gupta, Scientist 'G', Department of Science and Technology highlighted the DST schemes especially for women. “Women are applying in large numbers to utilise schemes like 'KIRAN' available for women and they are benefiting immensely,” she added.
KIRAN  is the women-exclusive scheme of DST with the mandate to bring gender parity in S&T through gender mainstreaming. Different programs and components of KIRAN like Women Scientist Scheme-A , Women Scientist Scheme-B  deal with various crucial issues  faced by women scientists in their career path.
The women’s science congress, an important platform for participants to share their knowledge and learn from each other, is one of the main events in 107th Indian Science Congress, which was inaugurated by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi on January 3, 2020.
Renowned women scientists are showcasing their work and delivering lectures at this two-day event with the aim to empower young women and to inculcate scientific interest and temper among them.